Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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